Qualitative Data Services Librarian, University Of Cincinnati Libraries

Qualitative Data Services Librarian

UC Libraries seeks a knowledgeable, motivated, creative, and service-oriented Qualitative Data Librarian to design, develop, and implement a cohesive and innovative suite of services focused on qualitative data such interview transcripts, focus groups, literature reviews, and other text-based data. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with researchers throughout the research lifecycle. This is a 12-month full time tenure-track library faculty position.

Relationship/Authority: This position reports to the Assistant Director of Research and Data Services with a dotted line to the Assistant Director of Academic and Research Engagement and is a member of the Research and Data Services Team.

Essential Functions:

• Research Support: Develop and deliver innovative and sustainable research services throughout the research lifecycle focused on qualitative data management.
• Teaching: Provide instruction in the form of classroom, workshop and other venues as well as consultations to UC student, staff, and faculty researchers on data literacy, tools and resources, and AI applications in research including finding, using, cleaning, analyzing, and managing qualitative data.
• Collections: Play a collaborative role in research data resource collection development including resources such as ICPSR, Qualitative Data Repository (QDR), and others.
• Service and Partnerships: Participate in committees, task forces, and organizations related to the duties and responsibilities of the position, and in support of UC Libraries' broader programs and priorities. Serve as a liaison to other research support offices/areas or other key points-of-contact to promote Research and Data services and other library data efforts.
• Scholarship: Participate in scholarly, professional, and service activities that enhance the mission of UC Libraries and fulfills requirements for promotion and tenure.

Required Education: Master's degree in library and information science discipline or an equivalent education and experience in a social science discipline such as criminal justice, education, psychology, anthropology, or sociology.

Required Trainings/Certifications: N/A

Required Experience: Entrepreneurial attitude to developing researcher-centered services and instructional programs. Demonstrated understanding of qualitative data and research trends (FAIR data, CARE principles, data sharing, research reproducibility, AI in research, etc.), techniques and tools (AtlasTI, NVivo, MaxQDA, Tableau, and R). Ability to learn and apply innovative technologies to a broad range of library applications. Effective written and oral communication skills. Demonstrated analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Additional Qualifications Considered: Additional technical training in qualitative research methods and tools, or other data analysis areas such as spatial analysis. Experience in an academic or research library environment. Effective project management skills; experience coordinating and promoting services; experience communicating and collaborating with faculty. Experience in grant writing, or a familiarity with federal funding requirements. Knowledge of current instructional pedagogies.

Applications Process: Applications without a cover letter and CV/Resume will not be considered for the position. 3 References will be checked during final stages.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment: Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits: UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Highlights include: Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information: $63,000 - $68,000 Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university. Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position. Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days) 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents Additional Benefits Include: Competitive salary range of $63,000 - $68,000 based on experience and qualifications Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription) Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs Professional development & mentorship opportunities